Glory days are over for Coast's budding A-League gloveman

FOOTBALL: As the door closes on Jerrad Tyson's Perth Glory career it may just crack ajar an opening for another Coast goalkeeping prodigy.

Tyson and the Glory mutually agreed to cut ties after a tough stint for the 26-year-old shot stopper.

Tyson, a back-up keeper to Ante Covic at the Western Sydney Wanderers for a number of seasons, headed to Hong Kong to ply his trade for Sun Pegasus before linking with the Glory in June last year.

Tyson's shot at cementing himself as first-choice keeper was snuffed out when the Glory signed Covic.

Tyson made just two FFA Cup appearances for the Glory last season, starring in one of those in a thrilling penalty shoot-out against Newcastle Jets.

Speaking to the Daily yesterday, Tyson confirmed his departure had been agreed between himself and the club and he was looking forward continuing his football career, but as to where that would be, he was unable to confirm just yet.

"We terminated the deal this morning (Wednesday)," he said.

The classy custodian has been kept busy starting his own business, The One Percenters, after writing a book on healthy lifestyles as well as delivering talks to schools and sporting clubs around the country.

Tyson's early departure could also mark a significant milestone for fellow Coast keeper Jordan Thurtell.

The 19-year-old who was crowned the Glory's youth player of the year was third-choice gloveman behind Covic and Tyson, but with Tyson headed off and questions over how much longer Covic will continue, doors may now open for Thurtell in the A-League.

We'll keep you updated on where Tyson's next move takes him when when we catch up with him again later this week.